To direct the Attorney General to establish a grant program to provide for the qualified accreditation and re-certification of local law enforcement agencies, and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
IntroducedMr. Pappas (for himself, Mr. Fitzpatrick, Mr. Bacon, Mr. Obernolte, …
Summary
What This Bill Does
Directs the Attorney General to establish a grant program providing funding for local law enforcement agencies (under 350 employees) to obtain or renew professional accreditation from organizations like CALEA. Authorizes \ million for FY2025.
Who Benefits and How
Small and mid-size police departments gain financial assistance for accreditation costs. Communities benefit from accredited law enforcement agencies meeting professional standards.
Who Bears the Burden and How
DOJ administers grant program. Taxpayers fund \ million authorization. Agencies must demonstrate financial need.
Key Provisions
- Grants for accreditation fees, on-site assessments, and extension fees
- Limited to agencies with fewer than 350 employees
- Must demonstrate financial need
- \ million authorized for FY2025
- Funds remain available until expended
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
Creates DOJ grant program for local law enforcement accreditation and re-certification
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Support professionalization of smaller police departments through accreditation assistance"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "the_attorney_general"
- → Attorney General
Key Definitions
Terms defined in this bill
Agency of local government authorized to supervise criminal law enforcement with fewer than 350 employees
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